Tender breaded eggplant, layered with sauce and cheese and baked until bubbly...hello Sunday dinner. The holidays are still in full swing for me. We just returned from a trip upstate where we shared ...
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Ham and Cheddar Crustless Quiche
Lose the crust to make this quick and easy quiche packed full of ham and cheddar. This will hit the spot on Christmas morning when the gifts are unwrapped and stomachs are growling. Yikes! It's the ...
Pecan Pralines [+ video]
This indulgent candy is perfect for holiday gifting. Creamy and sweet, with a nutty crunch, who wouldn't be thrilled to find a box of pecan pralines under the tree? I secretly want to be crafty. ...
Cranberry Ginger Fizz Cocktail
Drink and be merry with this easy and festive cranberry ginger fizz cocktail. Tart, sweet, spicy and a whole lot of fun! Have I mentioned that I love ginger? And cranberries? And cocktails? And ...
Gingerbread Man Cake
Spiced gingerbread cake is iced with tangy cream cheese frosting and decorated with gingerbread man cookies for two festive desserts in one! 'Tis the season. We say it, we sing it, but what does ...
Skillet Brownies with Caramel Pecan Topping
These skillet brownies are gooey, warm, chocolatey, with a nutty caramel crunch. I like to call them simply...nirvana. I am going to try and keep this short and sweet (really sweet) today because ...
Hasselback Candied Yams
These hasselback candied yams are a new twist on a classic. And yep, those are marshmallows on there! Here it is. The last push before Thanksgiving. Less than a week until the big day. The Super Bowl ...
Pancetta and Leek Stuffing
Crispy edged, buttery stuffing flecked with leeks and pancetta is the ultimate Thanksgiving side. Fresh herbs, sweet onion, softened leeks elevate this simple side to star status. Stuffing IS ...
Orange Cranberry Sauce
Tart and sweet with a hint of citrus, this orange cranberry sauce is Thanksgiving ready! Whole cranberries are simmered with orange, sugar, and orange liqueur for a simple, but zingy, holiday ...
Kale Caesar Salad with Parmesan Toasts
Creamy dressing, crunchy kale and crispy parmesan toasts = salad perfection. Halloween candy overload? Yep, me too. We always have a well-stocked candy jar in our house. Believe it or not, I'm ...
French Onion & Leek Soup
Rich, hearty broth, crunchy bread and gooey cheese make this bowl of french onion and leek soup pure comfort food goodness. You wouldn't build a house starting with the roof right? To ...
Spooky Spaghetti Mummies
These spaghetti mummies are scary delicious! Pasta is swirled in a creamy sauce and topped with mini pork meatball eyes in this Halloween-inspired dish. As promised, fright week continues here at ...
Two(!) New Recipes for Fall Entertaining
Hosting a get together this fall? Get these two vegetarian dishes on the menu! Sweet and spicy acorn squash is autumn on a plate and saucy, cheesy eggplant stacks are great for sharing on football ...
New Fall Recipe Round-Ups
Cozy up with a big bowl of white chili and a sweet pumpkin-shaped treat. Check out these fantastic fall recipes for inspiration! You know when you have that long stretch of good weather but ...
Chocolate Coconut Rugelach
These chocolate rugelach have a tender crumb, lightly sweet filling and crunchy topping. Just right with a cup of tea and a good book. Fall is in full swing and with that comes the beginning of ...
My Favorite Buttermilk Pancakes
A weekend staple, these buttermilk pancakes are fluffy, tasty and so simple to make that you may never go out for breakfast again! What are weekends like in your house? Has is changed over the years? ...
Classic Apple Pie
Tender cinnamon-spiced apples are tucked inside a pretty, buttery crusty in this timeless favorite classic apple pie! Fall is officially here and that means classic apple pie is on the menu! ...
Thai-Style Crab Cakes with Sweet Chili Sauce
This is the last crab cake recipe you'll ever need. Bright Thai flavors, sweet crab, a crispy crust and a sweet, spicy sauce all come together for crab cake nirvana. "This is the best crab cake ...
Fig Spread
Fig spread is the perfect accompaniment to cheese, crackers or even better, slathered on crunchy toast. Full disclosure? I've never liked fig newtons. I think we always had a package in our pantry ...
Flank Steak Pinwheels
Say goodbye to summer with these perfectly portioned flank steak pinwheels. They are sure to be a hit at your Labor Day barbecue. How did it happen? How did September creep up on us so quickly? I ...
10 Surprisingly Simple Naked Cakes
10 examples of how the rustic icing style of a naked cake is perfect for summer entertaining. If you've stopped by this blog over the summer you know I've had a mild obsession with naked cakes. I ...
Grilled Apple Crisp
Perfect for camping or tailgating, a grilled apple crisp in a foil pack is a deliciously simple and portable version of the classic. I want to love camping. I really do. I love the idea of ...
Pokémon Go Cookies
Catching your favorite Pokémon never tasted so sweet! These Pokémon GO cookies are the perfect reason to take a break from the hunt. It's like riding a bike. We all know this saying. Once you ...
Simple Grilled Zucchini
Zucchini is tossed with olive oil and lemon zest for a super simple summer side! I sat down to dinner with some girlfriends the other night and began picking their ...
